I paint to spark a sense of identity and pride. I’m inspired by purpose and detail old traditions, trades & craftsmanship. I’m an old soul.
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My favorite type of Art to create is Acrylic Art. I enjoy painting with acrylic because it gives me an infinite amount of hope and possibilities.when I paint I tend to make a lot of mistakes but no matter what I always find a way to fix it. Acrylic Art gives me a more than just joy it allows me to look at life from a whole other sight glass and provokes me to challenge my self take on risks and embrace mistakes. I look at my life as a blank canvas and my journey in life like a master piece.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in some of the most unusual places. I may stumble across an old plumbing supply store and be amazed by the the window art or interior of and old dinner. I also like solo dates to some of the California missions here in Southern California. I la inspired primarily by anything old especially iconic Mexican culture and work culture old tools machinery and Mexican trades and artisans I love all things handmade and quality craftsmanship I love texture color and purpose and identity
What would you do with $25,000?With 25,000 I would pay off my car loan and eliminate my monthly car payment allowing me to save towards a house for me and my family. I would love to buy a house and especially before my 13 year old daughter finishes school. I would love to be able to provide her her own room. She’s currently 13 and also the car would be her first car for when she starts college.
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